Alderson, Betty, 1924-2023
Dates
- Existence: November 19, 1924 - November 4, 2023
Biography
Betty Jean Whitney Alderson was born November 19, 1924, in Topeka, Kansas to Evelyn Whitney and Dwight Whitney.
She married Donald Alderson in June of 1946. Alderson attended the University of Kansas [KU] and graduated from the school of pharmacy in 1946. She dedicated her life to her work as a pharmacist and worked with Mortar Board, the Girl Scouts, and several other non-profits. She had a keen interest in historic preservation and preserving the history of KU.
Betty Jean Alderson died November 4, 2023.
[Information taken from Betty Alderson’s obituary.]
Found in 2 Records:
Alderson and Whitaker family papers
The Alderson and Whitaker Families collection contains materials related to both the Alderson and Whitaker families, though it primarily focuses on Betty and Donald Alderson. It includes cards, correspondence, photographs, news clippings, datebooks, planners, and materials related to both Betty and Donald Alderson’s interests. Other family members found in this collection include Thomas Whitney Alderson, Marcia Alderson, and Susan Alderson.
Indianola, Kansas town records
The collection dates from 1863 to 1901 and includes six Internal Revenue licenses and an article titled, "Story of a Town That Was" from the Topeka State Journal, referring to Indianola, Shawnee County, Kansas.